HS MYP - Beijing, 中国 - Western Academy of Beijing

描述

Job Summary

We are looking for an energetic and inspiring teacher to teach MYP and DP Spanish. The Spanish teacher is responsible to the Lanugages Head of Department for implementing the curriculum and assessment and reporting processes. He/she will work collaboratively with other department members to develop common unit plans and assessment strategies, and will, whenever appropriate, employ an inquiry-based approach and differentiate lessons to support the learning styles of individual students.The successful candidate is able to establish effective working relationships with staff, students and parents and has a sound understanding of contemporary teaching and learning theories and practice in science education. The successful candidate has at least Bachelor level studies in the subject and a recognized Teaching Qualification. In addition, we require a minimum of two years' post-qualification working experience. Experience of working with ESOL students and MYP and/or IBDP programs is preferred.The initial contract is offered for two years subject to renewal. Further details can be found in the attached Job Description. Please apply by following the link and submitting all the required documentation.

Requirements

Teachers at WAB

• Understand WAB's mission statement, core values and philosophy, and actively work to promote them;
• Contribute to activities which enhance the life of the school community;
• Demonstrate an ongoing developing knowledge and engagement with China as WAB's host country;
• Participate in school wide and section specific school improvement initiatives;
• Follow the Essential Agreements for parent communication and attend parent teacher conferences as required.

Role Description / Working RelationshipsThe HS MYP and DP Spanish teacher is responsible to the Head of the Languages Department for implementing the MYP and DP curriculum, assessment and reporting processes.Appraisal of teaching at WAB is based on the following Professional Performance StandardsPlanning, Classroom Strategies and Behavior:

• Plans collaboratively with colleagues
• Establishes and maintains good communication with colleagues and management
• Fosters respect, credibility and competence with colleagues and school community
• Plans and delivers units and lessons according to WAB's curriculum and student needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of relevant curriculum, and of contemporary teaching and learning and assessment theory
• Reflects on teaching and student learning outcomes to support continuing development
• Creates an environment of mutual respect and understanding
• Organizes a safe physical environment
• Establishes a classroom environment that encourages student participation
• Engages students in learning through a challenging and inspiring classroom environment
• Establishes high expectations that inspire students and promote learning
• Inspires students to use their knowledge to make a difference in their community
• Uses a range of assessment and feedback strategies
• Effectively manages student behavior
• Recognizes and supports diversity among individuals and groups
• Engages and challenges all students to develop skills of life-long learners

Reflection on Professional Performance

• Identifies own areas of strengths and weaknesses and writes a growth and development plan
• Documents progress towards growth and development plan

CollegialityConnects with colleagues to enhance learning within the WAB community

Personal Specifications

The successful applicant is expected to have the following skills, abilities, knowledge, experience and qualifications:1. Personal Skills and Abilities

• Ability to connect with students, staff and parents, establishing effective collaborative working relationships with each group.
• Ability to communicate effectively, while considering EAL community members
• Skills in working with a range of students of different abilities and backgrounds
• Skills in teaching inquiry
• Ability to integrate appropriate technologies into the curriculum

2. Knowledge and application of:

• Contemporary teaching and learning theories and practice in science education, including differentiation and inquiry
• Collaborative planning techniques
• General science content for G9–10 IB MYP required with G11–12 IB DP Physics

3. At least two years of experience:

• As a full-time French teacher in a classroom setting
• Working with a diverse range of students including those with EAL, learning support and enrichment needs preferred
• Teaching IB MYP and/or IB DP preferred

4. Qualifications

• Completed Introductory IB MYP and/or IB DP workshop preferred
• Teaching qualification
• Bachelor's degree (specializing in Modern Languages preferred)